Our Maintenance Technicians are an intrinsic part of what keeps our Rolling Stock Fleet moving safely around the UK and we require more Technicians to support the Team at our Depot in Somerset. Carrying out general maintenance and repair of our busy diesel/electric locomotive fleet within an excellent working environment.With a basic salary of £45,508.00 pa, Technical Module Enhancements (financial uplifts), overtime and an Industry Leading Benefits Package, earnings can readily exceed £50k pa plus the business is working to support you in your future through excellent training and promotional opportunities and with one of the best Pension Plans in the UK, support you in to retirement.If the above looks of interest then we are looking for the following in return:A minimum Technical Qualification of NVQ Level 3Previous experience of working within a busy workshop environment, Automotive, Armed Forces, HGV etcTeam Player and a good sense of humour a mustHands on tools and a strong appreciation for Health & SafetyDual skilled, we are ideally looking for Elec/Mech's but all are welcome to applyAble to work shifts, 2 days / 2 nights then 4 offShould live within commutable distance of Shepton Mallet, no more than 60 minutes travel timeA strong affinty for problem solving, fault diagnosis both electrically and mechanically and ultimately repairShould be able to use a Fluke or a multi meterThis is a permanent role and an excellent opportunity to use and enhance your skills in an exciting and reliable industry whilst still being able to learnWe are seeking additional staff for our team in Crewe with immediate effect, start dates subject to notice periods etc. Those successful after interview will be offered a role provisionally on the basis of successfully completing a Rail Related Medical and Drug & Alcohol Test. We have a zero tolerance policy to anyone working under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.Please feel free to call Mark on or email your CV and/or expression of interest to
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Shorterm Group
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 3 days
Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 4RA, England
£45,508 per annum
Full Time
Retirement Plan
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Sonic Summary
- Our Maintenance Technicians are crucial for ensuring the safe operation of our Rolling Stock Fleet across the UK, and we are looking to expand our team at our Somerset Depot.
- The role involves general maintenance and repair of our diesel/electric locomotive fleet, offering a basic salary of £45,508.00 per annum, with potential earnings exceeding £50k through additional financial uplifts and overtime.
- Candidates should possess a minimum Technical Qualification of NVQ Level 3 and have prior experience in a busy workshop environment, such as Automotive or HGV.
- We seek team players with a strong appreciation for Health & Safety, who can work shifts and live within a 60-minute commute of Shepton Mallet.
- This permanent position provides excellent training, promotional opportunities, and one of the best Pension Plans in the UK, making it an exciting opportunity in a reliable industry.
